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Colt Introduces CBX Bolt-Action Rifles in 6.5 Creedmoor

From “The Outdoor Wire” newsletter:

https://www.theoutdoorwire.com/releases/090fc447-a0d3-40f1-8177-acc3e5ae4fde

West Hartford, CT — Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC is thrilled to introduce the highly anticipated 6.5 Creedmoor caliber for CBX Tac Hunter and CBX Precision bolt-action rifles, expanding Colt’s lineup with enhanced performance and accuracy.

The 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge delivers outstanding ballistic performance with reduced recoil, resulting in improved accuracy at extended ranges. By integrating this sought-after caliber of CBX Tac Hunter and CBX Precision rifles, Colt is providing shooters and hunters with unmatched consistency and versatility across various shooting scenarios.

Featuring a flat-bottom receiver to reduce flex during shooting, both models showcase a black nitride, button-rifled barrel with a threaded muzzle and protective cover for durability and adaptability to muzzle device attachments. Additionally, the 60-degree bolt throw enhances cycling speed and expands optics compatibility, optimizing aiming capabilities.

These meticulously engineered design elements enhance precision and reliability, making the CBX Tac Hunter and CBX Precision rifles precisely crafted for diverse shooting applications.

Colt CBX Tac Hunter Specifications

  • Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
  • Barrel Material and Construction: Carbon Steel
  • Receiver Material: Stainless Steel
  • Receiver Finish: Black Nitride
  • Stock: Gray Polymer Tac Hunter
  • Barrel Description: 1:8 RH, 6 Grooves
  • Capacity: 5+1 Rounds, Magpul® AICS Magazine
  • Safeties: 2-Position Tang
  • Trigger Type: 2.5-5 lbs User-Adjustable
  • Overall Length: 41.75”
  • Barrel Length: 22”
  • Unloaded Weight: 7.2 lbs
  • MSRP: $999

Colt CBX Precision Specifications:

  • Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
  • Barrel Material and Construction: Carbon Steel
  • Receiver Material: Stainless Steel
  • Receiver Finish: Black Nitride
  • Stock: Platinum Gray Aluminum Chassis
  • Barrel Description: 1:8 RH, 6 Grooves
  • Capacity: 5+1 Rounds, Magpul® AICS Magazine
  • Safeties: 2-Position Tang
  • Trigger Type: 2.5-5 lbs User-Adjustable
  • Overall Length: 49”
  • Barrel Length: 26”
  • Unloaded Weight: 10.95 lbs
  • MSRP: $1,899

Colt’s Manufacturing Company LLC (www.colt.com) is among the world’s leading designers, developers and manufacturers of firearms. Founded by Samuel Colt in 1836, Colt’s Manufacturing has supplied civilian, military and law enforcement customers in the United States and abroad for over 185 years. Colt operates its manufacturing facility in West Hartford, Conn.

Colt M7 Semi-Auto Precision Rifle / CM762-16S

May 7, 2024…The big news in Colt collecting so far in 2024 is the limited availability of some Colt CM762-16S .308 WIN / 7.62x51mm rifles from Arms Unlimited of Henderson, NV.

https://armsunlimited.com/colt-m7-308-762-semi-auto-precision-rifle-16-barrel/

Colt has not had a .308 WIN / 7.62x51mm AR based rifle on the market since the last of the 901-series was clearanced out around the end of 2019. This is not a new production run of the LE-901/AR-901 rifle. The CM762-16S is a new design similar to the CM556 (M5) Carbine. After a few days of internal struggle, I ordered a CM762-16S for myself today.

In addition to these 16″ rifles, Arms Unlimited will be receiving a 13″ barreled, SBR, variant of the CM762 in the near future. Both the CM762-16S and the CM762-13S are currently exclusive to Arms Unlimited. I’m have not heard any indication of what future product distribution may look like.

At the time of this post, Arms Unlimited has about 55 left in stock according to their website. If you are a Colt fan and want to own something that is more uncommon in today’s market, this is a good product choice.

Let me know what questions that you have.